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Stein will headline an event on Sept. 11 at the Iowa State Capitol that organizers say is aimed at growing awareness of the party and rallying several other liberal and populist movements in the state, including anti-pipeline activists, Black Lives Matter and efforts to raise the minimum wage.

The rally is being organized by Chris Laursen, the political activist from southeast Iowa who last month attended the Democratic National Committee as a delegate for Bernie Sanders. Alongside the political speeches, it’ll feature live music and a standup comedian, he said.

“The purpose of this event that we’re creating is just to let people know that the Green Party is here,” he said. “It’s a viable option, and it’s by no means a protest vote.”

Strong support for Stein in November could help the party meet thresholds for federal campaign funding and a presence on ballots nationwide, Laursen said – initial steps to challenging the dominance of the Democratic and Republican parties.